School Age Director

School Age Director Old Colony

YMCA - 3.5

Brockton, MA Job Details $55,000 - $67,375 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Leadership training provided Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Customer communication Customer inquiry handling Full Job Description Make a Difference Every Day Are you a passionate leader who believes in the power of youth development and community impact? The YMCA is looking for a dynamic School Age Director to lead and grow our School Age Programs. In this role, you'll shape meaningful experiences for children, support families, and lead a team dedicated to making a lasting difference. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love building strong teams, and are driven by purpose—this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Position Summary The School Age Director plans, directs, and oversees all aspects of EEC licensed School Age Programs in Kingston, Halifax and Plympton MA (4 sites), ensuring high-quality, safe, and enriching experiences for children. This role is responsible for program operations, staff leadership, financial management, and community engagement, all while upholding the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility . What You'll Do Program Leadership & Operations Lead daily operations of school age programs, ensuring excellence in service and delivery Develop and implement program goals aligned with YMCA mission and strategic vision Ensure full compliance with EEC licensing regulations and safety standards Monitor enrollment and drive outreach/marketing efforts to achieve capacity goals Evaluate and expand program offerings based on community needs Collaborate with leadership on branch-wide events and initiatives Support Summer Camp planning and operations Team Leadership & Staff Development Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture Provide ongoing coaching, training, and professional development Lead regular staff meetings and ensure clear communication across teams Ensure all staff maintain required certifications and trainings Financial Management Develop, manage, and monitor department budgets Ensure fiscal responsibility, cost control, and adherence to YMCA policies Support fundraising efforts, including the Annual Campaign Meet or exceed revenue and enrollment targets Community Engagement & Customer Experience Build strong relationships with families, schools, and community partners Address feedback, concerns, and inquiries promptly and professionally Serve as a YMCA ambassador through public relations and outreach efforts Additional Responsibilities Maintain clean, safe, and organized program spaces Support emergency procedures and safety protocols Engage volunteers and support cross-department collaboration Why the YMCA? At the YMCA, you're not just taking a job—you're joining a mission. Every day, you'll help strengthen communities and empower young people to reach their full potential. We invest in our staff through: Professional development and leadership training Opportunities for advancement A supportive, mission-driven culture Ready to Apply? If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements:

Applicants:

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field preferred. Must meet the qualifications of an EECSite Coordinator Minimum of 21 years of age or older Must meet one of the following: Have 6 months of administrative experience• Have evidence of satisfactory completion of at least nine credits in management or administration in subject areas from an accredited institution of higher learning. . Experience may include working in an EEC licensed child care program as a Director I or Director II with documented evidence of an EEC Preschool Lead Teacher Certificate. Evidence of administrative experience includes; any position of leadership that is responsible for administrative management, human resources, or finances of any business. What You Bring 2+ years of supervisory and program management experience Bachelor's degree in a related field (preferred) Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Experience managing budgets and driving program growth Passion for youth development and community impact CPR/AED & First Aid certifications (or ability to obtain) Flexibility to work occasional evenings and early mornings Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.